COUNTRY
Address: 15E Harbour Village, Killaloe, Co Clare.
Agent: Clare Tipp Properties.
With immediate access to the river Shannon and Lough Derg, this two-bedroom penthouse extends to 114sq m (1,227sq ft). The own-door property with a large mezzanine has a good-sized balcony with panoramic views and a Ber of C2.
Plus: Includes an 8m berth in the marina.
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Minus: Management fees are €2,500 annually (includes berth).

TOWN
Address: 8 The Oaks, Stradbrook Hill, Blackrock, Co Dublin.
Agent: DNG.
Located at the top of Stradbrook Road, this first-floor, one-bedroom apartment extends to 40sq m (430sq ft). In excellent order, the property, which has a secure storage lock-up, benefits from a southerly orientation and overlooks spacious communal gardens. With double-glazed windows, the unit has a Ber of C2.
Plus: In excellent condition.
Minus: Management fees are €1,117 annually.